Lions sign Joshua Dobbs to one-year contract worth up to $1.425 million
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 9, 2026, 10:40 PM
Last updated Aug 9, 2026
Joshua Dobbs has joined the Detroit Lions on a one-year contract valued at up to $1.425 million. The former San Francisco 49ers backup quarterback primarily served as the third-string QB last season, with limited action as a starter. Dobbs has previously played for the New England Patriots and was signed following the retirement of Lions backup quarterback Teddy Bridgewater. This transition allows Dobbs another opportunity in the NFL after a challenging stint in 2024.
- •Dobbs spent the 2024 season with the 49ers as their third-string QB.
- •He started one game for San Francisco, throwing for 326 yards.
- •Previously, Dobbs had limited action with the New England Patriots.
- •Detroit signed Dobbs to fill the void left by Bridgewater's retirement.
- 10:40 PMYahoo Sports — Ex-49ers QB finds new team with contract worth up to $1.425 million
"A former San Francisco 49ers backup signal caller is set to take on a similar role with an NFC rival.
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